Developing new healthcare practice learning environments through a third-space reflective practice approach: A case study

Griffiths, Marc; Monaghan, Kaz; Monaghan, Mike; Tompkins, Verna

Abstract

Purpose
The creation of new practice learning environments for healthcare students promotes the development of professional judgement skills and decision-making. Through the modelling of established practices across other subject disciplines, Healthcare Technicians designed and created the Clinical Skills Lounge to support student learning outside of scheduled classes.

Design/methodology/approach
The design and development of a new learning and simulation space for healthcare students was created following feedback from students. Using a model of learning support for students across the creative subject disciplines, the creation of the Clinical Skills Lounge provided an opportunity to create a space where practical techniques could be practiced and support provided by Technicians.

Findings
Student feedback highlights the importance and flexibility of the Clinical Skills Lounge design and opportunities to learn and practice key skills outside of timetabled sessions. Greater confidence and opportunities to further develop decision-making skills were reported by students who use this space.

Originality/value
This particular type of learning environment promotes greater reflection, provides the opportunity for students to learn alongside their peers and encourages inter-professional learning. The opportunities for greater decision-making, confidence building and preparation for clinical placements.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Jun 5, 2024
• Online Publication Date: Jul 2, 2024
• Deposit Date: Jul 5, 2024
• Publicly Available Date: Jul 23, 2024
• Journal: Health Education
• Print ISSN: 0965-4283
• Publisher: Emerald
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/he-03-2024-0042
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/12113415